Works of St. John of Damascus (2 vols.)
Overview
Saint John of Damascus (also known as John Damascene) is a significant Orthodox Church Father, responsible for classics in the fields of law, philosophy, theology, and even music—his hymns are still used in both Eastern and Western traditions. This collection showcases the diversity of his intellect and the reasons his works remain valuable resources for modern study. It includes his famous defense of the use of icons which was influential during the Second Council of Nicaea, as well as a legend he created to describe the life of Buddha through a Christian lens.
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- Includes two of St. John of Damascus’ most significant works
- Defends the use of holy images
- Provides a look at early Christian monasticism
- Title: Works of St. John of Damascus
- Author: St. John of Damascus
- Volumes: 2
- Pages: 785
- Christian Group: Anglican
- Resource Type: Ancient Texts
- Topic: Theology
Partially includedSaint John of Damascus (c. 676 – 4 December 749) was a Syrian Christian monk and priest. Born and raised in Damascus, he died at his monastery, Mar Saba, near Jerusalem. A polymath whose fields of interest and contribution included law, theology, philosophy, and music, before being ordained, he served as a chief administrator to the Muslim caliph of Damascus, wrote works expounding the Christian faith, and composed hymns which are still in everyday use in Eastern Christian monasteries throughout the world. The Catholic Church regards him as a Doctor of the Church, often referred to as the Doctor of the Assumption due to his writings on the Assumption of Mary.